12:24 AM,
Oct. 12, 2013

Zach Mettenberger of the LSU Tigers is wrapped up by Jon Bostic of Florida during the 2012 matchup.

Written by

David Jones
| FLORIDA TODAY

The University of Florida's defense ranks among the nation's best this season in virtually every category. But the Gators haven't played a team the caliber of LSU's offense that includes the top passer in the SEC: Zach Mettenberger.

The Gators' offense has improved in recent weeks but is still shaky, at best, in several areas. At the same time, the Tigers' defense hasn't been what it usually is - one of the nation's elite defenses.

Both teams have one loss. Florida's defeat was a non-conference game at Miami; LSU lost at SEC rival Georgia. For both, something has to give. ...